This morning features the beautiful Columbia River Gorge, where sheer cliffs rise as high as 2,000 feet! First a stop at Crown Point offers spectacular gorge views from the Vista House, then we’ll see splendid Multnomah Falls, mammoth Bonneville Lock and Dam. This afternoon a guided tour of Portland includes Lloyd Center, the downtown area on the Willamette River, Old Town Historic District and famed International Rose Test Gardens. Meal: B

Day 3 Explore the Oregon Coast

Today we begin our exploration of the magnificent Oregon Coast, viewing beaches, sheer cliffs, and pounding surf. We’ll pause to tour the Tillamook Cheese Factory, before taking the breathtaking Three Capes Scenic Drive. Nearby we’ll see the 1873 Yaquina Head Lighthouse, tallest in the state. Oceanfront accommodations have been arranged tonight in Newport. Meals: B, D

Day 4 Oregon Dunes Buggy Tour

Continuing our coastal adventure through Yachats, Florence and Reedsburg, today’s sightseeing includes exploration of the fabulous 250-foot sand dunes at Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by four-wheel-drive vehicle, a visit to the lovely botanical gardens of Shore Acres State Park, and a stop at a myrtle wood gift factory. This evening we overnight in the quaint town of Roseburg. Meal: B

Day 5 Crater Lake National Park

Today features the natural wonders of Crater Lake National Park, where rain and snow filled the empty caldera of an ancient volcano with brilliant blue waters to a depth of 1,932 feet, creating the deepest lake in North America. We’ll follow the Western Rim Drive for unmatched panoramic views. This afternoon we head back to the coast at Coos Bay and a delicious dinner. Meals: B, D

Day 6 Rogue River Jetboat Trip and the Redwoods National Park

Following the spectacular Oregon coastline we come to Gold Beach where we embark on a jetboat excursion along the Rogue River. We’ll follow a portion of the old mailboat route before our travels bring us to northern California, home of Redwood National Park. Continuing along the coastline through miles of giant forests, today’s destination is Eureka, where accommodations and dinner await. Meal: B, D

Day 7 Avenue of the Giants and Wine Tasting

Departing Eureka this morning we drive along a portion of the “Avenue of the Giants,” through huge stands of magnificent redwoods in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. This afternoon we motor our way through the rich fertile grape growing region of California where a stop has been scheduled for a tasting at a local Estate Winery. Approaching the Bay area, we’ll check-in for a two-night stay at a charming inn at Novato. Meals: B, L

Day 8 San Francisco Touring and Bay Cruise

We’ll cross the Golden Gate Bridge, then spend the morning touring San Francisco, discovering the many sights for which the “City by the Bay” is renowned. Free time for browsing at Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 begins the afternoon, before an invigorating cruise of San Francisco Bay. Our farewell dinner tonight is in San Francisco. Meals: B, D

Day 9 Travel Home

Depart for home from this memorable vacation with a group transfer to San Francisco International Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B

Rooms for the night before and after the tour are available. 2018 Departure Dates: Cost for a room in Portland is $149 and in San Francisco is $429, tax included. 2019 Departure Dates: Cost for a room in Portland is $159 and in San Francisco is $449.